Town Twinning
The practice of Town Twinning started in the year 836. However, its growth occurred largely after the Second World War as a way of bringing European people into a closer understanding of each other and to promote cross-border projects of mutual benefit.
Since 1982, we have received a warm welcome on our regular visits to Cosne our twin town in France.
Our visits to Cosne are normally arranged every two years. The visiting Harpenden residents stay with French families for a weekend and experience their way of life. The last visit to Cosne was 16th to 20th May 2025, and involved a visit to Fontainebleau, the local market, a lunch by the River Loire, wine tasting at a local vineyard and a Mayoral greeting at the Mairie.
Just as Harpenden Friends visit Cosne, so the Cosne Friends visit Harpenden. The last such visit was in 2015.
Our Committee
Chairman: Gill Clark
Secretary: Kristina Lucas
Treasurer: Martin Prenchner
Other Members: Shona Shahryar